Have you noticed the Little Free Pantry in Poolesville? It is intended as an occasional resource to supplement other food security programs like those of WUMCO-Help and Community Farmshare. It also assists those who only have an occasional need. Located in front of the Presbyterian Church, and refilled by townspeople and church members, the Little Free Pantry provides yet another way to fill the gap in food security for all area residents by providing a way for neighbors to give what they have and take what they need. It is monitored, refilled throughout the week, and available 24/7. If you have a particular need, leave an item suggestion on the ‘Wish List’ chalkboard or email it to poolesvillepresbyterian@verizon.net.
Due to capacity constraints, smaller individually wrapped items (single roll TP) not commonly found in Food Pantries are suggested. Please deliver any larger quantities of individually wrapped items to the Church for restocking. Feel free to include all types of shelf-stable milks, lentils and beans, dry soup mixes, cereal, coffee (bags of ground or instant – regular or decaf), pasta, sauces, nut butters, baking items (baking soda & powder, vanilla, box mixes, powdered egg, nuts & spices), instant mashed potatoes, canned veggies, canned fruit, canned tuna, chicken, kids & baby snacks (bars, fruit snacks, apple sauce), and personal hygiene products (soap, laundry detergent- small packets, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, tampons and pads).
You can check for the latest wish list on the Poolesville Little Free Pantry Facebook page. Items subject to freezing will be removed until temperatures return to non-freezing. If you are shopping with intention at the grocery store, remember those BOGO specials.